Jolly along

verb, slang

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To keep (someone) happy or compliant, as by encouragement or flattery. idiomatic, informal

    "When there was a shipping delay, the salesman jollied the purchasing agent along to keep him from canceling the order."

  2. 2
    cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful wordnet

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